Slips, trips & falls
There are many ways to protect from slips, trips, and falls. Even so, they still happen and the following are means to either prevent slips, trips, and falls or to minimize the consequences if they should happen.
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How Do Slips, Trips and Falls Happen? The majority of falls happen as a result of slips and trips on the same level due to: Wet or oily surfaces Occasional spills Weather hazards Loose, unanchored, or wrinkled rugs or mats Walking surfaces that do not have the same degree of traction in all areas Obstructed view, including carrying objects in a way that may obstruct view Poor lighting Clutter in your way Uncovered cables Bottom drawers of cabinets not being closed Uneven (steps, thresholds) walking surfaces From CCOHS OSH Answers “Prevention of Slips, Trips, and Falls”
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